wide-ranging
|wide/rang/ing|
B2
/ˈwaɪdˌreɪndʒɪŋ/
broad scope
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wide-ranging' originates from the combination of 'wide' and 'range,' where 'wide' meant 'broad' and 'range' referred to 'scope or extent.'
Historical Evolution
'wide' and 'range' were combined in modern English to form 'wide-ranging,' emphasizing a broad scope.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'covering a broad area,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
covering a large number of subjects or areas.
The conference featured wide-ranging discussions on global issues.
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